Pie

October 01, 2015

This pie was such a hit that I was only able to snap one quick photo of it. Everyone loved it!

S'mores pie is perfect for Summer or Autumn. I think it would make a great treat for a Halloween party.

The dandies marshmallows (vegan) work really well and are very tasty. We took them camping this year and roasted them by the fire on many occasions.

On our trip to the Royal Gorge; we brought along dandies marshmallows, enjoy life chocolate and gluten-free ice cream cones to make a fun treat by the fire.

I'm sure I'll get asked what we made so here's a quick explanation: Stuff the ice cream cones with marshmallows and chocolate, then wrap them individually in foil. Carefully place them by the fire and let roast for a few minutes. You'll have an ooey gooey treat :)

I buy my dandies marshmallows and enjoy life chocolate chips from Thrive Market.

Okay back to the s'mores pie! Here is how I made it. Let me know if you try it :)

S'mores Pie (vegan, nut-free, gluten-free)

Crust ingredients:

1 8 ounce package of gluten-free graham crackers

1 tablespoon organic earth balance (could sub coconut oil)

7 tablespoons coconut oil

marshmallow layer ingredients:

1 10 ounce package of vegan mini marshmallows (we use dandies)

2 tablespoons softened organic earth balance

chocolate pie layer:

1 10 ounce package of enjoy life chocolate chips

1 package of organic mori-nu silken tofu extra firm

2 tablespoons coconut oil

1/2 cup coconut milk

Directions:

First make the graham cracker crust by blending the ingredients in a food processor. Add to a lightly greased pie dish and chill in the refrigerator.

Prepare a double broiler to melt the marshmallows for the s'mores layer. Melt marshmallows with earth balance, stirring as you go. Add to to the pie crust and let sit while you make the chocolate pie layer.

In a double broiler, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil and coconut milk together.

August 29, 2015

My husband loves pie and I love to make pie! It's fun and usually quite simple and quick.

My go-to pie recipe base is avocado because it is easy and makes it very creamy. You can't taste the avocado. But since you can't always get good avocados, I decided to try and make a pie without them.

This pie was more firm and much richer, like a large chocolate truffle!

November 22, 2011

What is Thanksgiving without a good Gluten-free Pumpkin Pie recipe, right?

I had a pie pumpkin from our CSA just waiting to be used for something, so when I got a request for a gluten-free pumpkin pie.. well, I quickly got to work and by noon we had pie!

I have to say, this pie is amazing - with just the right amount of everything. Sophie declared "you should enter this in a contest!"

Our desserts have to be nut-free, dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, soy-free, grain-free and taste awesome. Those are the requirements and sometimes it's a hefty challenge.

But then sometimes when I am creating a recipe, it's almost like the inspiration comes from.... heaven?? This pie is like heaven, folks. Go make some. It's quick, easy and it will taste amazing. Promise.

Gluten-free Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients & Directions (for pie crust):

1 cup raisins, soaked in hot water for about 5 minutes

2 tablespoons coconut oil (not melted, but softened like room temp)

1 cup coconut flour

7 tablespoons water

After the raisins soak, drain and discard the water.

Add raisins, coconut oil and coconut flour to your food processor. Begin blending and add the tablespoons of water (a few at a time, blending each time).

After the last tablespoon is added and you blend it well, the crust should be visibly "thick" and you can pinch some between your fingers.

Add to a pie dish, using your fingers to pat it down.

Save some aside for topping (optional, but a good idea!!)

Ingredients & Directions (for pie filling):

1 cup of pumpkin (I used a small pie pumpkin, baked and then remove the seeds/skin)

1/2 cup jewel yam, (bake a yam and then measure out 1/2 cup)

1/3 cup maple syrup

1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 tablespoon coconut oil

2 tablespoon thai kitchen organic coconut milk (full fat)

Using your food processor again, add in all the ingredients listed above.